VES recognizes staff for Employee of the Year nominations
Ali MorelandVernon Elementary School (VES) recognized its Employee of the Year nominees: Heidi Kirkland, fourth grade, as Teacher of the Year,…
Read MoreJosh Wells pulls first prize at Florida 4-H Tailgating Contest
On Saturday, October 4, Washington County’s Josh Wells travelled to Gainesville to compete in the annual Florida 4-H Tailgating Contest,…
Read MoreSouth Pole Pioneer turns 95: JD Hasty reflects on historical legacy
AMBER PATINOWashington County native John “JD” Hasty celebrated his 95th birthday Thursday, October 2, surrounded by friends and family at the…
Read MoreHistorical Society holds ‘Pie Day’
The Washington County Historical Society held a “Pie Day” on Friday, October 10 at their museum in Chipley. Pictured is…
Read MoreState could face food stamp tab
Staff ReportAs more Florida residents on food assistance will soon have to meet new work requirements, state officials are warning that…
Read MoreWashington County EMS crews make special visit to Chipley VPK
Washington County EMS crews from Unit 131, Unit 134, and Medic 1 visited Chipley VPK on Thursday, October 9, educating…
Read MoreVMS gives recognition to employees of the year
Vernon Middle School (VMS) recently recognized three outstanding staff members: Sierra Padgett as Teacher of the Year, Letisha Brown as…
Read MoreLower gun buying age sought
As a related case awaits review by the U.S. Supreme Court, House Majority Leader Tyler Sirois, R-Merritt Island, has filed…
Read MoreWashington County deputy arrests motorcyclist after pursuit on Highway 90
A Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputy arrested a motorcyclist Wednesday, October 8, after a short pursuit along Highway 90. While…
Read MoreOverdorf refiles bill to require cursive writing instruction in schools
Rep. Toby Overdorf, R-Palm City, has refiled legislation that would require public elementary school students to learn and demonstrate proficiency…
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